1 / 2Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park
📍 Brooklyn, NY
Historic family-run amusement park on the Coney Island boardwalk featuring the landmark Wonder Wheel ferris wheel, Spook-A-Rama dark ride, Phoenix roller coaster, bumper cars, and a dedicated kiddie park. Free entry, pay-per-ride.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with kids under 10 who want an authentic old-school Coney Island experience. The family-run atmosphere and boardwalk setting make it a genuine Brooklyn memory. Weekday visits eliminate waits almost entirely.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
View all reviews →1,839 Google reviews
G Reviews from Google
Qonsks Jsjsjek
7 months ago
“Visited Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park on a weekday in early 2026-walked right in with basically no wait (up to 10 minutes max at the ticket booths). It's the classic, family-run spot right next to Luna Park on the Coney Island boardwalk (Surf Ave & W 12th St), and it still delivers that old-school amusement park charm without the corporate polish.”
Will C
2 years ago
“Visited Jun 7, 2024 -Dad took me and my brothers 40 years ago and I finally took my 7 daughter here for the first time. My daughter had loads of fun at the kiddie park and we went to the adult side for the bumper cars. I had to sit with her on the ride as she is only 7 so we paid double but it was worth it. Rides are $5 and the adult rides are $8. We bought the $50 card but it wasn't enough so we topped up a few dollars for the last rides. Overall, a great time 👍 I made a video on YouTube and my handle is @wilching. Take a look and if you like it 🙏 please like 👍 and subscribe🔔so I can continue to bring more great content 😊”
Shraddha Parmar
a year ago
“Overall great experience. Great rides. Would recommend with family. If you are an adventurous person who likes to get on every ride then definitely get the wristband to save money. If you are not planning to sit in all rides then they have option to pay for ones you want usually ranging from $5-$8 per ride.”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park sits on the Coney Island boardwalk at Surf Ave and W 12th St, adjacent to Luna Park. The Wonder Wheel is the signature ride - a 150-foot ferris wheel with stationary and swinging car options. The kiddie park has its own collection of smaller rides suitable for young children. Spook-A-Rama is a long-running dark ride. Rides run on a pay-per-ride card system or wristband. The park operates seasonally, April through October.
